According to Healthline, different cooking methods can affect both the fat content and the formation of compounds that may be harmful to the body.
Sausages are also classified as processed meat. A study published in Foods found an association between high consumption of processed meat and conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and cancer.
However, Healthline emphasizes that the research shows an association rather than a direct cause-and-effect relationship.
High temperatures may be a drawback
Pan-frying can be a good option if olive oil or avocado oil is used and the sausages are not cooked over excessively high heat, according to Healthline.
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Grilling, using the oven's grill setting, and deep-frying at high temperatures can produce compounds that research published in Molecules has linked to an increased risk of several diseases.
For this reason, Healthline recommends avoiding charring or burning sausages.
The best choice
Sausages should always be cooked thoroughly to reduce the risk of harmful bacteria.
According to Healthline, they should reach an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
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Overall, boiling and baking are considered the healthiest ways to cook sausages.
These methods require little or no added fat and produce fewer compounds that may be harmful.
Deep-frying, on the other hand, is considered the least healthy method because it adds more fat and calories, according to Healthline.
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